Press Releases

Pelosi Statement on Retirement of Congresswoman Lois Capps

April 8, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the retirement of Congresswoman Lois Capps:

"Congresswoman Lois Capps has long been a fierce advocate for hard-working American families, our children, and our environment. Throughout her service in the Congress, she translated the knowledge, compassion, and energetic leadership gained from decades of service as a nurse, health advocate, and educator into policies that transformed the lives of people in California and across the country.

Pelosi Statement on President's Call to End LGBT So-Called 'Conversion Therapies'

April 8, 2015

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Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released this statement today following President Obama's call to end the harmful psychiatric therapies aimed at "converting" LGBT people, especially children and youth:

"LGBT lives matter. Yet, we have lost too many loved ones who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender as the result of misguided, harmful efforts to shame, punish, and coerce LGBT Americans into denying who they are or who they love.

Issues:LGBTQ+

181 House Members File Amicus Brief in Court to Support President Obama’s Immigration Executive Actions

April 7, 2015

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Washington, D.C. – Today, Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer, Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn, Democratic Caucus Chair Xavier Becerra, Democratic Caucus Vice-Chair Joseph Crowley, Congressman John Conyers, Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren and other House Democrats filed an Amicus Brief in support of the Obama Administration's appeal in the Fifth Circuit case of Texas v. United States.

181 House Democrats filed the brief on Monday in the appeal of Texas v. United States, which has reached the U.S.

Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Sarah Brady

April 3, 2015

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the passing of Sarah Brady, who died today at the age of 73:

"Sarah Kemp Brady's indomitable spirit taught us how compassion and faith can triumph over despair.

Pelosi Statement on March Jobs Report

April 3, 2015

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the Department of Labor announced that the economy added 126,000 jobs, and unemployment remained at 5.5 percent. This marks the 61st consecutive month of private sector job growth:

"Today's job report shows that we must build on our momentum and strengthen job growth, and we must continue to expand opportunities for working people and middle-class families.

Pelosi, Bipartisan Delegation Meet with Japanese Prime Minister Abe

April 3, 2015

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Tokyo – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and her bipartisan delegation met with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe today. Below is a transcript of Leader Pelosi's opening remarks made during a photo opportunity at the top of the meeting with Prime Minister Abe:

"Thank you. Thank you, Mr. Prime Minister, for extending this courtesy to us so that we can come pay our respects to the great country of Japan, to your leadership, and to say how much we're looking forward to welcoming you to Washington to address a Joint [Meeting] of Congress.

Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and her bipartisan delegation met Thursday with President Park Geun hye of the Republic of Korea.

Pelosi Statement on Bipartisan Visit to the Republic of Korea

April 2, 2015

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Seoul, Republic of Korea – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement upon the conclusion of her bipartisan delegation's visit to the Republic of Korea:

"A highlight of our visit to Korea was a moving ceremony, presided over by Speaker Chung Ui-hwa of the National Assembly, honoring Chairman Charles Rangel, who is veteran of the Korean War and a longtime advocate for the Republic of Korea. The tribute continued at an interparliamentary luncheon, which provided an excellent opportunity for dialogue with senior Korean lawmakers.

Issues:Human Rights

Pelosi Statement on Iran Nuclear Framework

April 2, 2015

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after a preliminary nuclear understanding with Iran was announced by the United States and members of the P5 +1 nations:

"I commend President Obama and Secretary Kerry for their smart, tough leadership in reaching the preliminary nuclear framework announced today.

"We have no illusions about the record and conduct of the Iranian regime.

Pelosi Statement on Bipartisan Delegation Visit to Burma

April 1, 2015

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Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and her bipartisan delegation met with Daw Aung San Suu Kyi on Wednesday in Burma to discuss security cooperation, human rights and trade.

Issues:Human Rights

Pelosi Statement Honoring Cesar Chávez Day

March 31, 2015

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Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in memory of the late civil rights and labor rights legend Cesar Chávez who was born on March 31, 1927:

"Today marks the 88th birthday of the late farm labor movement leader, Cesar Chávez, whose extraordinary leadership and commitment to justice continue to inspire civil rights movements in our country and around the world.